Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shoemaker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shoemaker Elementary serves the southern part of Gate City, VA, covering an area of approximately 72.2 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shoemaker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Shoemaker Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shoemaker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shoemaker Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoemaker Elementary School's ranking?
Shoemaker Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Shoemaker Elementary School often compared to?
Shoemaker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weber City Elementary School, Duffield-pattonsville Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Shoemaker Elementary School?
419 students attend Shoemaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Shoemaker Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoemaker Elementary School?
Shoemaker Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shoemaker Elementary School offer ?
Shoemaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Shoemaker Elementary School part of?
Shoemaker Elementary School is part of Scott County School District.
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